Sernovitz, Gary
The Counting House
- ISBN 13:
- 9781608012534
- author:
- Sernovitz, Gary
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- University of New Orleans Press
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2023
- Pages:
- 228
- Dimensions:
- 21.4 x 13.8 x 2.4 centimetres (0
- Genre:
- Fiction & Literature
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 20 working days
Description
The Counting House by Gary Sernovitz is a satirical novel that delves into the world of modern finance. At its centre is the Chief Investment Officer, who presides over a six-billion-dollar endowment and navigates the complexities of investing with his staff, trustees, and money managers. As he grapples with the inner workings of his daily life, the CIO's understanding begins to unravel, leading to an epic showdown with a reclusive hedge fund manager. This humorous novel offers a wry appreciation for American business, while also revealing the necessary truths about how our lives are shaped by the market's unforgiving realities. Through its exploration of investing and the human experience, The Counting House provides a unique perspective on the world of finance, one that is both entertaining and thought-provoking.